Production / Quality Manager
Posted 7 hours 43 minutes ago by JAM Recruitment Ltd
A Production / Quality Manager is required by an established Glasgow-based manufacturer. This full time, permanent role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000 per annum and operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. The position involves overseeing manufacturing operations and maintaining ISO 9001 quality standards within a specialist gasket production environment.
About the Company: Incorporated in 1967, they have grown to become the largest gasket manufacturer in Scotland and one of the premier businesses in their sector in the UK. An ISO 9001 accredited SME of twenty eight employees, the company operates from a head office in Glasgow with a longstanding branch in Inverness. It has been managing continuous growth year on year and aims to accelerate this progress by entering new markets, developing innovative products, and investing in manufacturing assets and people.
Key Responsibilities- Production Management:
- Oversee the daily operations of the production facility, ensuring efficiency, quality and continuous improvement.
- Liaise with stores coordinator, supervisors and administration team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our production facility and management of any issues in relation thereto.
- Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining product quality and safety standards.
- Develop and monitor efficiency and performance metrics.
- Hands on approach.
- Quality Assurance:
- Maintain rigorous quality control protocols to ensure all products meet or exceed industry standards as per our ISO 9001 certification.
- Update, monitor and report on our ISO 9001 management system along with our ISO 9001 consultant and the company's management team.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, train, and develop a team of production staff, supervisors, and support personnel.
- Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Deal with all H.R. requirements.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
- Utilise Lean Manufacturing principles and other methodologies to drive operational excellence.
- Cost Management:
- Monitor and control production costs.
- Identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Reporting:
- Prepare and present monthly reports on production performance, quality metrics, and operational issues to our management team.
- Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the Glasgow factory.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
- Proven leadership and team building skills
- Excellent problem solving abilities and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of Sage Line 50 would be advantageous
- 28 days holiday rising to 33 after 5 years.
- Company pension contributions.
- Free on site parking.
- Salary £40,000 - £45,000.
- Half yearly bonus (subject to company and personal performance).
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.